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Current position (1)

Managing Director

Human Like Me

Achievements (2)

HRD Global 100

Recognized multiple times as one of the world’s top "people practitioners" by HRD.

Top 100 HR Influencer

Recognized by Engagedly

Degrees (4)

Doctor of Education

University of North Florida

2001 to 2006

Master of Business Administration

Cornell University

1995 to 1998

Master of Industrial and Labor Relations

Cornell University

1995 to 1998

BA Sociology

University of Illinois

1990 to 1994

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Dr. Jarik E. Conrad, SPHR, SHRM-CSP, NACD.DC, is a sought-after speaker on the present and future of work. He has been recognized multiple times as one of the world’s top "people practitioners" in the annual HRD Global 100 and was named a top 100 HR Influencer by Engagedly.

He earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Illinois, two master’s degrees from Cornell University, and a Doctor of Education from the University of North Florida. In addition to senior HR certifications, he holds certifications in emotional intelligence, intercultural sensitivity, plant-based nutrition, and weight management, as well as a National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) corporate directorship certification.

As Managing Director of Human Like Me, he draws from an interdisciplinary background to help solve the most enduring challenges faced by people and organizations. He previously served as the VP of Human Insights at UKG and as the Executive Director of the company’s global think tank, The Workforce Institute.

He is the author of two award-winning best-selling books, The Fragile Mind and In Search of Humanity. A strong advocate for health and wellness, he appeared in the documentary Eating You Alive and designed, led, and published a clinical trial on emotional intelligence education and plant-based nutrition while serving as a research collaborator with the Mayo Clinic.

Dr. Conrad currently serves as a board member for Homestart, and the advisory boards for the Wellness Alliance and the Fowler Business School at San Diego State University (SDSU). He is also a member of the Consortium for Research on Emotional Intelligence in Organizations (CREIO), which brings together leading scholars and thought leaders to explore recent advances in emotional intelligence.

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Unleashing Vitality and Resilience Through Emotional Intelligence and Lifestyle Medicine

In this heartfelt and transformative session, Dr. Conrad shares a deeply personal journey of loss—having experienced the passing of his parents and siblings due to chronic health conditions—and how that profound experience sparked a commitment to personal transformation. By embracing meaningful lifestyle changes, he successfully improved his own health metrics without relying on medication or “miracle” supplements.

Through this powerful narrative, the session creates a meaningful connection with audience members who may have faced similar losses or are currently navigating their own health challenges.

The Power of Organizational PlasticityTM: Cultivating Resilience, Agility, and Strategic Growth

The modern world is relentless in its pace of change. With information flowing faster than ever—often inaccurate, emotionally charged, or overwhelming—individuals and organizations face significant challenges in maintaining clarity, resilience, and sound decision-making. This toxic environment can manifest in employee burnout, disengagement, and organizational instability.

Navigating this chaotic landscape demands breaking old habits, overcoming resistance, and managing uncertainty—all while balancing daily operations and long-term growth. To thrive, organizations must embrace both employee and organizational emotional intelligence as strategic assets.

The Overlooked Organizational Risk: Why Workforce Well-Being is Now a Strategic Imperative

Declining employee health poses a critical strategic risk to organizations, much like cyber threats, as it undermines productivity, resilience, and long-term stability. Just as vulnerabilities in cybersecurity expose companies to financial and reputational damage, widespread health issues—such as chronic stress, burnout, and lifestyle-related illnesses—erode workforce performance and engagement. Poor employee well-being leads to higher absenteeism, increased healthcare costs, and diminished innovation, weakening an organization’s competitive edge.

Without proactive investment in employee health and well-being, businesses face operational disruptions, talent attrition, and declining morale—threats that can ripple through the organization, jeopardizing growth and sustainability in an increasingly complex world. Prioritizing employee health can no longer just an HR initiative–it must be embraced as a strategic imperative for organizational survival.

HR for HR: Putting Your Mask on First

The roles and responsibilities of human resources professionals are becoming increasingly difficult and complex. HR teams tackle persistent talent shortages, increasing employee disengagement and burnout, growing uncertainty around DEI programs, and seemingly endless compliance and regulatory concerns—all while trying to build and maintain a positive organizational culture. In the hustle to meet heightened demands, HR professionals often neglect their own wellbeing, resulting in higher rates of stress, anxiety, and depression than the employees they serve.

During this session, Dr. Conrad will utilize the synergistic power of emotional intelligence and lifestyle medicine to equip HR professionals with the knowledge, strategies, and practical tools needed to effectively navigate their challenging roles while prioritizing and maintaining their own wellbeing.

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Books & Articles (3)

In Search of Humanity: Why We Fight, How to Stop, and the Role Business Must Play

Houndstooth Press,

2022

The Fragile Mind: How It Has Produced and Unwittingly Perpetuates America's Tragic Disparities

Motivational Press,

2016

Nutrition and Emotional Health Education: The Use of Emotional Intelligence and a Plant-Based Diet to Reduce Cardiometabolic Risk

Expertise (13)

Clients

PGA Tour

Corning, Inc

SHRM National

SHRM Arkansas

SHRM Alabama

SOAHR Atlanta

Association of Washington Counties

Citizens Property Insurance Corporation

C&S Wholesale Grocers

Diversified Port Holdings

Florida Department of Legal Affairs

Food Market Institute

Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA)

Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital

Johns Hopkins Medical

Messer Construction Company

Miami SHRM

University of Washington

The Yarco Companies

The E.W. Scripps Company

Temple University Health System

TechData

Seminole State College

Riverside Presbyterian Day School

Pfizer

EverBank

Ron Jon Surf Shop

Awards & certifications (9)

Emotional Intelligence (EQi-2.0) Certification

MHS

1995

Professional Coaching Certification

International Coaching Federation (ICF)

2026

Mediation Certification

Phoenix Dispute Solutions

2025

Directorship Certification

National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD)

2023

Senior Professional in Human Resources Certification (SPHR)

Human Resources Certificate Institute

2000

Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-CSP)

Society of Human Resources Management

2000

Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI) Certification

Intercultural Communications Institute

2005

Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate

T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutritional Studies

2008

Personal Training and Weight Management Specialist Certification

International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA)

2009